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Daniel Bates
Jan 135 min read
The ruins and chaotic history of Inverlochy Castle
Located between Fort William and Ben Nevis in Scotland is the well preserved ruins of Inverlochy Castle which are worth checking out.
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Daniel Bates
Jan 36 min read
Alnwick Castle: top movie location in Northumberland
Alnwick Castle in beautiful Northumberland, England was used for many filming locations such as Harry Potter. Check out my findings here.
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Daniel Bates
Dec 22, 202411 min read
Seeing Santa Claus in Lapland with Santa Claus Trips
Our experience of seeing Santa Claus in Lapland, Finland with a package tour I booked up with Santa Claus Trips in the UK.
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Daniel Bates
Dec 2, 20248 min read
Scottish Castles: Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness
Looking for a day trip when exploring Highlands of Scotland, Urquhart Castle & Loch Ness is a must visit on anyones list! Here is my guide!
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Daniel Bates
Nov 23, 20247 min read
Day trips from London: Audley End House and Gardens
Looking for a pleasant day trip to do whilst visiting London? Look no further than Audley End House & Gardens in Essex. Here is my guide.
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Daniel Bates
Nov 14, 20246 min read
The impressive fortress of the Alhambra
One of the top sites to see in Granada, Southern Spain are the impressive fortress of the Alhambra. Here you'll find what to expect.
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Daniel Bates
Nov 7, 20248 min read
The Vicar of Dibley in Buckinghamshire
Turville in England is famous for its filming location of BBC comedy, the Vicar of Dibley. Check out my findings when I visited this village
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Daniel Bates
Oct 27, 20246 min read
Day trips from London: Stonehenge
Looking for a day trip outside London? Then check out the town of historic stones of Stonehenge which is clouded with mystery!
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Daniel Bates
Oct 17, 20246 min read
Checking out the Hollywood movie sites tour at Kualoa Ranch
One for the movie buffs, a tour I highly recommend on the island of O'ahu, Hawaii, is the Hollywood Movie Sites Tour at the Kualoa Ranch.
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Daniel Bates
Oct 11, 20249 min read
Our Road tripping adventure around North East Scotland
Our road trip adventure around North East Scotland, otherwise known as the Highlands, checking our rugged coastline & barren landscapes.
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Daniel Bates
Sep 12, 20246 min read
A walk by the sea to historic Dunstanburgh Castle
Northumberland, England is full of beautiful castles & the ruins of Dunstanburgh is a must visit for its dramatic views & hike by the sea.
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Daniel Bates
Sep 9, 20246 min read
Checking out Corbridge Roman Town, England’s northernmost Roman town
One of the top Roman sites I have visited in the UK & is the northernmost Roman town found in the UK, Corbridge in Northumberland.
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Daniel Bates
Sep 4, 20247 min read
Paradise found at Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa, Maldives
Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa, a luxury resort in the Maldives, the paradise islands of the Indian Ocean. Here is my review of my stay.
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Daniel Bates
Sep 1, 20248 min read
Ideas for a long weekend visit to Fes, Morocco
A fantastic city to explore is Fes in Northern Morocco. Food, culture, historical sites, welcoming locals, this city should be checked out.
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Daniel Bates
Aug 13, 202419 min read
What to do and see in Venice, Italy
Venice is one of the most visited cities in Italy, check out my blog on the top places to hit up and see why a visit here is a must.
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Daniel Bates
Aug 5, 20249 min read
Day trips from London: Dover
Looking for a day trip outside London? Then check out the town of historic Dover & its White Cliffs. Known as the Gateway to Britain.
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Daniel Bates
Aug 2, 202418 min read
Road-Tripping around Finnmark in Arctic Norway & the northernmost parts of Finnish Lapland
Check out the top places I did in Finnmark region of Norway & Utsjoki area of Finland. A top winter destination for Northern Light chasing.
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Daniel Bates
Jul 20, 202414 min read
Exciting things to do in Lisbon & Sintra
For us, this is one of the best European cities to explore. Check out why (and our handy tips) Lisbon, Portugal is an excellent city break.
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Daniel Bates
Jul 10, 20246 min read
Musing around the beautiful city of Chefchaouen
A fantastic day trip whilst in Northern Morocco is to see the beautiful sky blue buildings of Chefchaouen. Here are my musings.
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Daniel Bates
Jun 22, 202412 min read
Road trip on the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula
Driving on the Ring of Kerry & Dingle Peninsula in Ireland is worth visiting for its beautiful sunsets, petit quirky towns & stunning scener
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